Holiday Markets & Events

Drysdale's Tree Farm
6635 Simcoe County Road 56, Egbert
Date: Nov 1-2, 2025
Kick off the holiday season at Drysdale’s first weekend of November with vendors offering gifts, treats, and festive finds!

Sadlon Arena
555 Bayview Drive, Barrie
Date: Nov 7 - 9, 2025
Find unique, hand-crafted gifts from over 150 of Ontario’s top artisans at Barrie’s 29th Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show.

Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery
4346 Hwy 90, Springwater
Date: Nov 8 - Dec 7, 2025 (Sat & Sun)
Step into a festive wonderland of cozy vibes, unique gifts, and holiday cheer for the whole family!

Various Locations
Date: Nov 9, 2025
Celebrating over 30 years of outstanding homes, decorations, floral arrangements, and our always popular Makers Market!  Tickets are limited for this amazing one-day event, so get yours early.

Tanger Outlets Cookstown
3311 Simcoe 89, Cookstown
Date: Nov 14 - Dec 24, 2025
Step into a winter wonderland of holiday cheer and jolly laughter, because the most magical photo op of the season is back. 

Along Barrie's Waterfront & Downtown
Date: Saturday, Nov 15, 2025
Join the 76th Barrie Santa Claus Parade, spreading holiday cheer with this year’s ‘Toyland’ theme!

Meridian Place, Downtown Barrie
30 Simcoe Street, Barrie
Date: Nov 15, 2025
Start the holiday season with this annual tradition held in conjunction with the Santa Claus Parade.

Drysdale's Tree Farm
6635 Simcoe County Road 56, Egbert
Date: Nov 15 - Dec 21, 2025 (Sat & Sun)
Fresh fallen snow, jingle bells on horses, the scent of fresh Christmas trees filling the crisp winter air and a smile from old Saint Nick. Drysdale's- the Holiday Tradition Since 1945.

Quayle's Brewery
4567 Line 12 N, Coldwater
Date: Nov 15-16 & 22-23, 2025
Get into the holiday spirit at Quayle’s Brewery Christmas Market with festive gifts, local vendors, and seasonal cheer!

Springwater Park
1331 Hwy 26, Midhurst
Date: Nov 21 - Jan 3, 2026
Magic of Lights is a family-friendly drive-through holiday lights festival with a tremendous amount of twinkling and magic light displays to celebrate our grandest holiday of the year.

Friday Harbour Resort
3999 Friday Drive, Innisfil
Date: Nov 21–Dec 28 (Select Days)
Guests are invited to stroll the twinkling Promenade, shop a curated selection of artisan and local vendors, and savour festive treats and warm beverages from charming chalet-style cabins.

Friday Harbour Resort
3999 Friday Drive, Innisfil
Date: Nov 22 at 5pm
This spectacular family event will feature live music, special guests, and festive surprises, officially kicking off the holiday season at Friday Harbour.

Snow Valley Ski Resort
2632 Vespra Valley Road, Minesing
Date: Nov 23 & 30 & Dec 7 & 14, 2025
Celebrate the season with Christmas in the Valley Brunch at Snow Valley, featuring festive feasts and sweet treats!

Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
16164 Highway 12 East, Midland
Date: Nov 27 - Dec 14 (Thurs-Sun)
Celebrating 25 years, Sainte-Marie’s First Light is a must-see holiday event with family fun, live music, and thousands of glowing candles.

Drysdale's Tree Farm
6635 Simcoe Road 56, Egbert
Date: Nov 28-29, 2025
This December, experience Drysdale’s Tree Farm as a glowing holiday wonderland, open two weekends only after dark! 

Anne Street North & Wenden Court
Date: November 30, 2025 at 12:30pm - 12:55pm
Celebrate the season as the CPKC Holiday Train lights up communities across Canada with music, magic, and a mission to support local food banks.

General John Hayter Southshore Community Centre
205 Lakeshore Drive, Barrie
Date: Dec 5-6, 2025
Discover 40+ handmade artisans, surprise swag bags, live music, Santa visits, and festive fun at this one-of-a-kind holiday market!

The Five Points Theatre
1 Dunlop Street West, Barrie
Date: Dec 19, 2025
Grab your friends and enjoy a cozy, festive evening of creativity and holiday cheer at Five Points Theatre.

Barrie City Hall, Downtown Barrie
70 Collier Street, Barrie
Date: Dec 31, 2025
This free evening of fun and celebration is one of Central Ontario’s largest celebrations featuring family activities, skating, live music, and fireworks all set under the twinkling lights of the arch of old City Hall.

 

The Five Points Theatre
1 Dunlop Street West, Barrie
Date: Nov 22, 2025
This Christmas, join Les Chiclettes for a hilarious, heartwarming race to get ready before the guests arrive—chaos, mishaps, and holiday fun guaranteed!

Bravado! Show Choir
Collier United Church Barrie
Date: Nov 28 - 29, 2025
Delve into the world of holiday folklore with song. Children Matinée Nov 29, at 1pm.

Georgian Theatre
1 Georgian Drive, Barrie
Date: Dec 7, 2025
A lively group of kids remix Christmas carols, clash with the strict Christmas Police, and discover that holiday magic thrives when tradition meets creativity!

Georgian Theatre
1 Georgian Drive, Barrie
Date: Dec 13, 2025
The Barra MacNeils bring festive cheer with a musical mix of traditional favourites, captivating harmonies, and unmatched holiday spirit.